In the fifth edition of their excellent guide book Travel With Children, the Lonely Planet team have come up with holiday ideas from toy shopping in Tokyo to riding ostriches in South Africa. They have assembled a global team of parent

Travelling en famille and travelling light generally don't go hand-in-hand. The Travel Tots travel pack is designed to take some of the load. Before you set off, sign up online and choose which essential items you'd like to include

The ideal travelling companion, being compact and lightweight, but with enough panache to appeal to style-savvy parents. The Noa folds away in seconds and can be wheeling along like a suitcase. It also has an integral basket to store all your

and comes fully equipped with baby essentials including changing stations and buggies.Prices start from £875 per adult and £295 per child for a deluxe room with breakfast, including transfers and return flights. For details, Tel. 0207 666 124; Western

.goodbeachguide.co.uk This is the Marine Conservation Society site, which offers a no-holds-barred, essential guide to the best British beaches. - For safety’s sake: www.fco.gov.uk The website for the Foreign Office, with safety and travel advice for all countries. - For taking flight

Ever had that nagging feeling that you really ought to know the local emergency number – but only after you arrive? A survey has revealed that at least a third of travellers admit they would not know how to call a local ambulance while they were

What you can carry on a plane depends on the current security rules, but either way, here’s a list of essentials for hand or checked luggage:Nappies and wipes for two daysCartons of drink/formula and snacksCrayons and booksSmall toys

Alongside moving house, arranging a wedding and commuting to work - many people, ourselves included, would count air travel as one of the most stressful events that everyday life can throw at you. The best way to magnify this stress is almost

As many well-travelled parents will no doubt be aware, journeying abroad with young children is not without its challenges. Here at junior we are always looking for new ways to make family holidays run that little bit more smoothly – which is why we

can be catered to, from prearranged excursions to family dinner reservations. Elegant Resorts has 
also joined forces with two specialist companies, Tiny Tots Away and Holiday Nanny, to ensure your accommodation has all your baby essentials